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US stocks have continued climbing even as bond yields surge, a divergence that has caught investors' attention. The Wall Street Journal examined past episodes of rising yields alongside strong equity markets, finding that such periods often end badly, with stocks eventually correcting as borrowing costs weigh on valuations and economic growth.

Investors are watching Dow Jones futures as Donald Trump's comments on Iran add uncertainty to markets at the start of trading. Attention is also on growth stocks with Micron, SpaceX and Tesla all nearing technical buy points, giving traders potential entry opportunities if broader market conditions hold and geopolitical tensions don't unsettle sentiment.

Amazon is expanding its investments in India and robotics, according to financial commentary examining what the moves could mean for the company's stock. Analysts are weighing how increased spending on emerging markets and automation might affect Amazon's growth prospects, operating costs, and long-term valuation as investors assess the company's next phase.

Spotify Technology is facing a renewed valuation test as investors weigh whether its expansion beyond music into podcasts and audiobooks can justify its stock price. The shift toward spoken-word content and subscription add-ons is increasingly central to the company's growth story, and market watchers are debating whether these newer businesses can sustain the premium the market has placed on SPOT shares.

US growth stocks showed resilience even as Treasury yields surged, with investors also weighing President Trump's decision on Iran. Market watchers are watching whether rising borrowing costs can derail the momentum in high-valuation technology names, while geopolitical uncertainty around Iran adds another layer of caution to trading.

Amazon shares rose in premarket trading on Thursday ahead of the company's quarterly results, due after the close. Investors are watching for growth in the AWS cloud division and for guidance on capital expenditure, particularly spending tied to artificial intelligence infrastructure, which has become a key driver of sentiment around the stock this year.

Stock growth names are holding firm despite rising bond yields, according to Investor's Business Daily, while President Trump has made a new decision on Iran that is drawing attention in markets and politics. Investors are weighing whether strong growth stocks can withstand higher borrowing costs as geopolitical developments around Iran add fresh uncertainty to the outlook.

Barron's reports that Apple is weighing a bigger push into the fast-growing fitness tracker market, and analysts are assessing what that could mean for AAPL stock. The segment is expanding quickly as consumers add wearables to their health routines, and investors are watching whether a deeper move could add a new growth driver for the company.

Apple's launch of a foldable iPhone is prompting investors to reassess the bull case for the company's stock. Commentary from analysts and market writers is focused on whether the new device category can reignite iPhone growth and justify bullish price targets for AAPL, as Apple looks for fresh revenue drivers in a maturing smartphone market.

Broadcom's stock is trading at roughly the same level where it ended 2025, even though the company's earnings have grown about 43% since then. The Motley Fool asks whether the flat share price makes the AI-chip and networking giant a buy, arguing that significantly higher earnings at the same valuation could signal upside. Investors are weighing whether Broadcom's recent stagnation reflects market caution or a buying opportunity.

Apple shares have climbed 34% over the past year, and analysts are now weighing whether the upcoming iPhone 18 can sustain the rally. Discussion centres on whether the next flagship device will deliver enough innovation and sales growth to justify the stock's momentum, or whether Apple will need new revenue drivers beyond the iPhone.

Retail investors across Europe are keeping a close watch on defense stocks, with Sweden's Saab and France's Airbus topping the list of names in focus. Interest comes as European defense spending rises amid security concerns, making manufacturers like Saab and Airbus prominent picks for individual investors positioning around the sector's growth.

Microsoft shares are holding steady while US-Iran geopolitical tensions rattle broader markets, with retail investors calling MSFT the 'safest earnings play' ahead of its quarterly report. Traders argue the company's cloud and AI-driven growth makes it a defensive bet even in volatile conditions, though any escalation in the Middle East could still shift sentiment quickly.

Darden Restaurants, the owner of Olive Garden, reports quarterly earnings on September 24, and investors are weighing whether the brand's recent growth can continue. Coverage is focused on forecasts for the stock heading into the report, with analysts looking at same-store sales and consumer spending trends to gauge whether Olive Garden's momentum will hold up.

Hims & Hers Health, the telehealth company known for prescription and wellness products, is trading at a low valuation while questions mount over the durability of its sales. Analysts and investors are debating whether the stock's cheap price reflects genuine risk to revenue growth, particularly around its popular weight-loss and telehealth offerings, or a buying opportunity.

Kroger is going through a leadership change in its Kroger Health division, and financial commentary is asking whether the grocery chain's stock is undervalued as a result. Investors and analysts are weighing how the shake-up in the health business might affect the company's growth prospects and whether the market is pricing Kroger shares too cheaply amid the transition.